Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(12), P. 9782 - 9782
Published: June 19, 2023
Plant
productivity,
soil
quality,
and
nitrogen
uptake
can
be
increased
via
the
combined
application
of
biochar
arbuscular
mycorrhizal
fungi
(AMF).
Here,
we
evaluate
effects
combination
four
different
rates
(B)
(B0:
0
t
ha−1,
B1:
20
B2:
40
B3:
60
ha−1)
AMF
(M)
(M0:
g
polybag−1,
M1:
15
M2:
30
M3:
45
polybag−1)
on
rice
(Oryza
sativa
L.)
cultivar
Trisakti,
grown
in
polybags
using
a
completely
randomized
design
with
three
replications.
Our
results
show
that
Biochar
ha−1
polybag−1
(B3M3)
was
best
treatment
for
improving
some
parameters,
such
as
porosity
(with
highest
values
68.25
68.45%),
BD
(0.88
0.88
cm−3),
pH
(6.77
6.76),
SOM
(3.05
3.02%),
TN
(0.48
0.47%),
AP
(31.04
31.15
ppm),
AK
(235.11
235.20
plant
height
(116.78
117
cm),
SPAD
chlorophyll
at
maturity
stage
(43.59
43.88),
flag
leaf
area
(15.12
15.33
cm2),
root
length
(42.10
42.17
volume
(53.79
53.08
cm3),
shoot
dry
matter
(59.29
59.66
g),
early
late
season,
respectively.
However,
(B1M3)
enhancing
tiller
number
maximum
(52.67
53.22),
flowering
day
(67
66
day),
(32.37
32.51
panicle
(34.67
35.21),
(21.44
21.67
1000
grain
weight
(41.26
41.37
polybag−1),
These
findings
indicate
growth
physical
chemical
characteristics,
were
better
treatments
than
sole
biochar,
AMF,
or
control
treatments.
Plants,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
12(4), P. 853 - 853
Published: Feb. 14, 2023
Selenium
(Se)
is
a
microelement
that
plays
an
important
nutrient
role
by
influencing
various
physiological
and
biochemical
traits
in
plants.
It
has
been
shown
to
stimulate
plant
metabolism,
enhancing
secondary
metabolites
lowering
abiotic
biotic
stress
Globally,
the
enormous
applications
of
nanotechnology
food
agricultural
sectors
have
vastly
expanded.
Nanoselenium
more
active
than
bulk
materials,
routes
synthesis
Se
nanoparticles
(Se-NPs)
reported
which
green
using
plants
attractive
due
reduction
ecological
issues
increase
biological
activities.
The
Se-NP-based
biofortification
significant
because
it
increases
tolerance
positively
impacts
their
metabolism.
Se-NPs
can
enhance
resistance
oxidative
stresses,
promote
growth,
soil
status,
antioxidant
levels,
participate
transpiration
process.
Additionally,
they
use
readily
available,
biodegradable
reducing
agent
are
ecologically
friendly.
This
review
concentrates
on
notable
information
different
modes
Se-NPs’
characterization,
yield,
tolerance,
influence
metabolic
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14
Published: May 12, 2023
Heavy
metal
concentrations
exceeding
permissible
limits
threaten
human
life,
plant
and
all
other
life
forms.
Different
natural
anthropogenic
activities
emit
toxic
heavy
metals
in
the
soil,
air,
water.
Plants
consume
from
their
roots
foliar
part
inside
plant.
may
interfere
with
various
aspects
of
plants,
such
as
biochemistry,
bio-molecules,
physiological
processes,
which
usually
translate
into
morphological
anatomical
changes.
They
use
strategies
to
deal
effects
contamination.
Some
these
include
restricting
cell
wall,
vascular
sequestration,
synthesis
biochemical
compounds,
phyto-chelators
organic
acids,
bind
free
moving
ions
so
that
are
minimized.
This
review
focuses
on
several
genetics,
molecular,
signaling
levels,
integrate
produce
a
coordinated
response
toxicity
interpret
exact
behind
tolerance
stress.
It
is
suggested
some
model
species
must
be
thoroughly
studied
comprehend
approaches
put
knowledge
practical
use.
Microbiology Spectrum,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(4)
Published: Feb. 23, 2024
Plant
cultivation
can
influence
the
immobilization
of
heavy
metals
in
soil.
However,
roles
soil
amendments
and
microorganisms
crop-based
phytoremediation
require
further
exploration.
In
this
study,
we
evaluated
impact
Zea
mays
L.
cultivation,
biochar
application,
arbuscular
mycorrhizal
fungi
(AMF)
inoculation
on
lead
(Pb)
immobilization.
Our
results
indicated
that
addition
resulted
a
significant,
42.00%,
reduction
AMF
colonization.
inoculation,
all
contributed
to
enhanced
Pb
immobilization,
as
evidenced
by
decreased
levels
diethylenetriaminepentaacetic
acid-
CaCl2-extractable
Furthermore,
subjected
plant
with
displayed
reduced
concentrations
bioavailable
Pb.
Biochar
altered
distribution
fractions
soil,
transforming
acid-soluble
form
into
relatively
inert
reducible
oxidizable
forms.
Additionally,
biochar,
AMF,
their
combined
use
promoted
maize
growth
parameters,
including
height,
stem
diameter,
shoot
root
biomass,
phosphorus
uptake,
while
simultaneously
reducing
concentration.
These
findings
suggest
synergistic
effect
phytostabilization.
summary,
despite
adverse
growth,
cultivating
concurrent
emerges
recommended
effective
strategy
for
phytoremediation.IMPORTANCEHeavy
metal
contamination
is
pressing
environmental
issue,
has
emerged
sustainable
approach
mitigating
problem.
This
study
sheds
light
potential
enhance
contaminated
The
demonstrate
during
significantly
improve
offering
promising
practices.
research
contributes
valuable
insights
field
its
address
pollution
agricultural
soils.
Journal of Plant Nutrition,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
46(13), P. 3247 - 3272
Published: April 20, 2023
Mycorrhizae
improve
the
efficiency
of
mineral
intake
in
soils
where
such
minerals
may
be
poor
or
otherwise
less
accessible.
In
particular,
immobile
elements
like
phosphorus,
zinc,
and
copper
are
supported
by
symbiotic
relationship
between
plant
roots
mycorrhizal
fungi,
but
under
certain
conditions,
more
mobile
ions
sulfur,
calcium,
sodium,
potassium,
iron,
magnesium,
manganese,
chloride,
nitrogen
also
taken
up
from
soil.
promotes
growth,
development,
stress
tolerance,
soil
remediation,
carbon
sequestration,
food
safety,
agricultural
sustainability.
Our
findings
revealed
that
AMF
significantly
improved
growth
mediated
drought
other
environmental
factors
enhancing
photosynthesis,
nutrients,
glomalin
content
soil,
essential
oils,
chemical
composition,
addition
to
upregulating
antioxidant
systems
enzymatic
activity
phenylalanine
ammonia-lyase
lipoxygenase.
enhanced
quality
crop
production,
which
was
particularly
evident
increase
biomass
nutrients
availability.
The
present
outcomes
suggested
association
plants
help
strengthen
fabrication
defensive
compounds
ultimately
relieve
abiotic
biotic
stresses
act
as
biological
control
production
constraints.
Mycorrhizal
inoculation
greatly
improves
root's
ability
absorb
water
changing
environments.
Consequently,
this
work,
role
nutrient
absorption,
well
its
important
contribution
greater
security,
discussed
relation
symbiosis.
Microbiology Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(1), P. 404 - 421
Published: March 12, 2024
Biochar
and
arbuscular
mycorrhizal
fungi
(AMF),
a
promising
environmentally
friendly
soil
enhancer
biostimulant,
play
crucial
role
in
sustainable
agriculture
by
influencing
properties
plant
growth.
This
research
investigates
the
chemical
of
three
biochar
types
[bamboo
(BB-char),
corn
cob
(CC-char),
coffee
grounds
(CG-char)]
derived
from
different
biomass
sources
their
impact
on
quality
Chinese
kale
The
results
reveal
significant
differences
among
biochar.
Particularly,
CG-char
showed
greatest
pH
value
phosphorus
content,
with
an
average
10.05
0.44%,
respectively.
On
other
hand,
CC-char
had
highest
potassium
2.16%.
Incorporating
into
degraded
enhances
structure,
promoting
porosity
improved
texture,
as
evidenced
scanning
electron
microscope
images
revealing
distinct
porous
structures.
Soil
chemistry
analyses
treatment
T2–T14
after
42-day
cultivation
demonstrate
pH,
electrical
conductivity,
organic
matter,
carbon
levels
comparison
to
control
(T1).
Furthermore,
assesses
growth
photosynthetic
pigments.
additions,
especially
5%
BB-char
AMF,
positively
influence
growth,
chlorophyll
pigment
levels.
Notably,
lower
concentrations
(5%)
exhibit
superior
effects
compared
higher
(10%),
emphasizing
importance
optimal
application
rates.
study
also
delves
total
phenolic
content
leaves,
that
synergistic
effect
AMF
compound
accumulation.
combination
influences
health,
quality,
nutrient
cycling
mechanisms.
Overall,
indicates
multifaceted
dynamics,
need
for
tailored
strategies
optimize
benefits
agriculture.
Foods,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
12(9), P. 1891 - 1891
Published: May 4, 2023
As
a
sustainable
food
source
for
humans,
mealworms
(Tenebrio
molitor)
have
great
deal
of
potential,
due
to
the
fact
that
they
very
favorable
nutritional
profile
and
low
environmental
impact.
For
meal
production,
feed
formulation
optimization
are
important.
The
mealworm
Tenebrio
molitor
(Coleoptera:
Tenebrionidae)
is
most
consumed
insect
in
world.
Mealworms
were
given
variety
diets,
including
wheat
bran
as
constant
diet
supplemented
with
different
levels
Ospor
(Bacillus
clausii)
at
0.002
g,
0.004
0.006
0.008
g;
imutec
(Lacticaseibacillus
rhamnosus)
0.2
g.
0.4
0.6
0.8
fungi
(Calocybe
indica)
250
500
750
yeast
(Saccharomyces
cerevisiae)
50
100
150
(standard
diet)
examined
complete
randomized
design
(CRD).
Different
parameters,
i.e.,
larval,
pupal,
adult
weight,
size,
life
span,
studied.
When
compared
other
growth
promoters,
only
was
discovered
be
efficient.
It
generated
heaviest
longest
larvae
65.03
mg
18.32
mm,
respectively,
well
pupae
weighing
107.55
19.94
adults
87.52
20.26
respectively.
also
determined
(C.
ospor
(B.
promoted
faster
larval
development
than
(S.
(L.
rhamnosus).
Larval
mortality
greater
diets
others.
No
pupal
recorded
all
diets.
Furthermore,
protein
content
Tenebrio.
raised
on
highest
(375
g),
68.31%,
followed
by
concentration
(250
g)
67.84%,
(1
kg)
(normal
lowest
58.91%.
T.
fed
bacterial
fungal
had
lower
fat
ash
bran-fed
diet).
Wheat
16.11%,
7.71%.
Hence,
it
concluded
alone
or
containing
performed
better
terms
growth,
these
recommended
mass
rearing
mealworms.